Jump-starting
If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle
or from an external battery using jump leads.
Observe the following points:
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you may only jump-start the vehicle when the engine and catalytic converter are cold.
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do not start the engine if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw first.
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jump-starting may only be performed from batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V.
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only use jump leads which have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
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Jump leads and further information about jump-starting can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
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Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Only use the jump-starting procedure for
the battery in the engine compartment.
Do not use a rapid-charging device to start the engine.
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Risk of injury
There is a risk of acid burns when jump-starting a vehicle due to the gases which escape from
the battery. Do not lean over the battery while the engine is being jump-started.
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Risk of explosion
Gases escaping from the battery during jump-starting may cause minor explosions. Avoid cre-
ating sparks. Keep naked flames away from the battery, and do not smoke.
Comply with safety precautions and take protective measures when handling batteries. You will
find these under "Battery" in the index.
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Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.
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Press the electric parking brake handle.
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Shift the transmission to P with the button in the centre console.
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Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower etc.).
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Open the bonnet (Y page 267).
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Jump-starting
Practical advice
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